Identify Entry Points
Inspect walls, vents, floors, and foundation cracks. Seal openings with steel wool or caulk, as rats can squeeze through tiny gaps.
Keep Your House Clean
Eliminate food sources by storing food in airtight containers and cleaning up crumbs or spills promptly.
3. Set Snap Traps
Classic snap traps are effective and affordable. Place traps near walls, in corners, or along paths rats travel. Use peanut butter or dried fruit as bait.
4. Try Glue Traps
Glue traps are another option but work best for smaller rats. Avoid in areas where pets or children might accidentally contact them.
5. Use Electronic Traps
Electronic traps kill rats quickly and are reusable. These are ideal for humane and efficient rodent control.
6. Deploy Live-Capture Traps
If you prefer not to kill the rats, live-capture traps allow you to release them far from your home.
7. Place Poison Baits Cautiously
Rodenticides can be effective but should be used with care to avoid harm to pets and humans. Place bait in tamper-proof bait stations.
8. Use Natural Deterrents
Peppermint oil, ammonia, or crushed cayenne pepper can repel rats. Soak cotton balls in these and place them near rat-prone areas.
9. Install Ultrasonic Repellers
These devices emit high-frequency sounds that deter rats but are inaudible to humans and most pets.